Assistant Pre - Construction Manager

United Infrastructure is a dynamic and rapidly expanding business, focused on delivering critical infrastructure projects, across the utility and social infrastructure sectors.

Our team of highly skilled and hardworking specialists deliver innovative solutions to the complex challenges our clients face.

Our company is split into two business areas:

Utility Infrastructure -

Our team of Utility Infrastructure specialists design, build and maintain critical water, energy (gas), power and telecoms infrastructure, for the UK's largest network owners and operators.

Social Infrastructure -

Our team of Social Infrastructure specialists revitalise homes and communities by carrying out a wide range of work, from retrofit to refurbishment, and maintenance.

Equal Opportunities Statement - At United Infrastructure, we are committed to making every interaction a positive and inclusive experience. If there is anything we can do to support you, remove barriers, or make the process more accessible, please let us know - we want this to be the best possible experience for you.

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Pre-Construction Manager to support the delivery of pre-construction activities across complex cladding remediation projects.

Working closely with the Pre-Construction Manager, you will play a key role in coordinating PCSA activities, supporting design and technical development, managing information, and helping to de-risk projects ahead of delivery. This is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to high-value, complex schemes while developing your expertise across programme, design, commercial, and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Programme & PCSA Support

• Assist in the development and maintenance of PCSA programmes covering surveys, design, approvals, and procurement
• Support coordination meetings, track actions, and maintain key project trackers
• Help manage PCSA deliverables, ensuring submissions are completed on time and to the required standard
• Contribute to monthly reporting on progress, risks, and programme status

Scope Definition & Technical Coordination

• Support the translation of Employer's Requirements into defined scopes of work
• Assist in coordinating intrusive surveys and investigations
• Help collate technical information, compliance data, and design inputs
• Support the development of remedial strategies and option appraisals

Design Process Support

• Assist in managing the design process, including tracking design deliverables and programme
• Support design team coordination and help close out design queries
• Maintain records of design changes and associated impacts
• Assist with mock-ups, testing, and sample approvals

Regulatory & Compliance Support

• Support Building Control submissions and statutory approvals
• Assist in maintaining compliance documentation and audit trails
• Contribute to Gateway requirements and Building Safety Act processes where applicable

Surveys, Access & Early Works

• Help coordinate surveys, enabling works, and access planning
• Support the development of access strategies and logistics planning
• Assist with managing risks associated with live environments and occupied buildings

Health, Safety & Building Safety

• Support safety-in-design reviews and risk identification processes
• Assist in compiling pre-construction information and early-stage CPP inputs
• Help ensure compliance with CDM and building safety requirements

Commercial & Procurement Support

• Work with the commercial team to support cost planning and procurement activities
• Assist with tender enquiries, package scoping, and supply chain engagement
• Help track cost movements, risks, and value engineering opportunities

Information Management & Quality

• Maintain document control in line with CDE protocols (e.g. Aconex)
• Support the collation of QA documentation and Golden Thread information
• Ensure accurate and structured record keeping across all pre-construction activities

Stakeholder & Resident Engagement

• Support communication plans and coordination with resident liaison teams
• Assist in preparing presentation materials and project updates
• Help maintain logs for stakeholder issues, actions, and commitments

Handover to Delivery

• Assist in preparing pre-start readiness documentation
• Support the collation of design, risk, procurement, and compliance information
• Help ensure a smooth handover to the delivery team

About You

• Experience in a construction, design coordination, or pre-construction role (Assistant level or similar)
• Understanding of construction processes and early project stages (PCSA experience desirable)
• Strong organisational and coordination skills with attention to detail
• Good communication and ability to work across multiple teams
• Eagerness to learn and develop within a pre-construction environment
• Knowledge of cladding, façade systems, or remediation projects (desirable but not essential)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Structured development and clear career progression into Pre-Construction Manager roles
• Exposure to complex, high-value projects
• Supportive and collaborative team environment

Apply Now

If you're looking to build a career in pre-construction and gain hands-on experience across complex remediation schemes, we'd love to hear from you.

Join us at United Infrastructure and be part of our mission to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to the complex infrastructure needs of the UK.